Office Support Assistant - MID06647
Job Description
St Andrew’s RC Primary is situated in the locality of Gorebridge. As a denominational, co-educational school our catchment area is wide-ranging. We currently accommodate learners across 7 classes from P1-P7. We have a nursery class, which can cater for the needs of 32 children – aged 3 and 4 years old, on a full-time basis.Our school also has a Complex Needs Provision with space for 10 learners; ranging from P1-P7.
At St Andrew’s, we aim to provide a happy, healthy, safe, supportive and stimulating learning environment; promoting achievement for all and celebrating success. We are particularly proud of our school Core Values which reinforce the Gospel message to “treat others as you would like to be treated”.All staff work together to provide an education which is both enjoyable and challenging and which meets the needs of all of our learners.
At St Andrew’s we embed the attributes of a Midlothian Learner in our everyday practice to help the children develop skills for learning, life and work and to help them develop as successful learners, confident individuals, effective contributors and responsible citizens.We are committed to the holistic development of every learner and our values are underpinned by the principles of UNCRC.
As part of the St David's Learning Community and ASG, we work closely with the other Catholic Primary schools in Midlothian and enjoy close links with St David’s RC High School where our learners can transition to after Primary 7.
Our school benefits from a committed Parent Council and we regularly welcome parent, parish and community volunteers who help support in a wide variety of ways.
In addition to the education and experience below, the successful candidate may also be asked to undertake additional training related to the role of Office Support Assistant eg: Relevant Software Training, Child Protection, Administering Medication, Emergency Aid.
Evidence of competency in literacy and numeracy skills such as a minimum of three standard grades level 3 passes or above to include Mathematics and English or equivalent. SVQ 2 or equivalent is an acceptable alternative.Some practical experience or demonstration of competency in the use of word processing and standard PC software packages.
Demonstrable competency in keyboard and clerical skills; SVQ 2 or equivalent is an acceptable alternative.
Experience in a similar office environment, with a working knowledge of modern office equipment would be desirable.
Closing Date: Wednesday 26th February 2025Interview Date: Thursday 6th March 2025
Requirements
Position Title: Office Support AssistantDirectorate: Children, Young People and Partnerships
Locations: St Andrews RC Primary School
Contract Status: Permanent
Hours per Week: 19.5h
Weeks per year: 39
Please note that it is Midlothian Councils policy that successful applicants will be appointed to the first point on the salary scale.
Based on 19.5 hours over 39 weeks per year, the minimum actual salary for this position is £12,091.26 per annum.
Responsibilities
This post is considered Regulated Work with Children under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act, 2007. Therefore, it is an offence to apply if you are barred from working with children.
Successful candidates will require PVG Scheme membership for Regulated Work with Children. You will be required to join the Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme Update check prior to commencing employment with Midlothian Council, the cost of which will be met by you.
For further information on the PVG Scheme please visit www.disclosurescotland.gov.uk
The Individual
If you have difficulty applying for this post or accessing attached documents, or if you have a disability and reasonable adjustment is required, please call 0131 271 3063 to speak to a member of the Recruitment Team stating the post reference number.
Midlothian Council is currently undergoing a period of transformation, changing and improving the way it delivers services in Midlothian. As a consequence, there are a number of existing employees for whom we are committed to seeking suitable alternative employment within the Council in accordance with our legal obligations.Candidates are advised that, for some vacancies, internal candidates in this situation will be interviewed before the wider selection pool and a slightly longer delay may be experienced before application outcomes can be advised to you. Thank you for your patience in this matter.
If you are a trainee of a Midlothian Council Training Programme, have a disability or you are a care experienced young person you are eligible for a guaranteed interview if you meet the essential criteria for the post.